Friday Dreamy Draw Full Moon + Sunset + City Lights Hike

Come join us for a relaxed evening hike at Phoenix Mountains Preserve / Dreamy Draw! The hike is beginner difficulty and people of all skill levels are welcome! The hike is timed to catch both a beautiful Arizona sunset and to see stunning city light views. This week only, you can see the Flower Full Moon, which peaks at 12:22pm on May 1st and will be rising in the east during our hike.
We hike at a moderate pace and the pace and route of the hike are designed to include everyone. We encourage you to make friends and meet interesting people from Phoenix and beyond!

We'll take the outer loop of Dreamy Draw Nature Trail over to Perl Charles trail and head up to see the sunset from a rock vista that overlooks the park. We'll stop at the second bench for rest and some great views. From there, we'll hike the back side of Christiansen trail over to another spot with panoramic city light views. We'll have time to chill, and take some amazing photos before we head back! The route is chosen to be almost entirely shaded on the ascent. Please bring a flashlight for the somewhat easy descent!

Distance: 3.02 miles in and out
Time: approx 2 hours (1.5 actual hiking)
Elevation gain: 390 ft
Leashed and well-behaved dogs: welcome!

We’ll meet at the area by the water fountains, which are at the largest structure visible from the parking lot at 6:10pm. We'll leave at 6:20. Sunset is around 7:10. Just keep climbing the stairs until you see the largest pavilion. If you see the trail maps, just turn around and you're in the right spot. My phone is 303-596-0206.

Trail Composition: Compacted dirt, loose rocks, gravel

Bring: WATER (1-2 liters), hats and sunscreen.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: The Dreamy Draw Recreation Area is located at the END of Northern, just East of SR-51. The park access gate closes promptly at 7:00 pm but the exit gate is always open. If you are coming either North or Southbound on SR-51, take exit # 7 (Northern).

Please understand, hiking has its dangers. By signing up and attending this, and any 3H events, you are responsible for your own safety, and organizers and their assistants cannot be held responsible for any injuries or other mishaps that may occur.